Star (Middleby) 648MF Star-Max Gas Griddles

Star-Max® 48″ Manual Gas Countertop Griddle – 113,200 BTU

Built for high-volume breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, the Star-Max 648MF puts 48 inches of heavy-duty, 1-inch-thick polished steel cooking power on your line. Four 28,300 BTU U-shaped burners deliver even heat across the entire 20.5″-deep plate, while manual controls every 12″ let cooks dial in the perfect sear zone for each item on the rail.

Key performance features

• Massive 113,200 BTU output (4 × 28,300 BTU burners) for quick recovery during rushes
• 1″ thick polished steel griddle plate retains heat and resists warping
• Manual gas valves & heavy-duty chrome-plated zinc knobs—one per burner—for precise, independent control
• Wrap-around 4.5″ stainless steel splash guard contains mess and protects walls
• 3.25″ spatula-wide front grease trough plus 4.5-quart stainless steel drawer for fast, safe cleanup
• Cool-to-the-touch bull-nose front keeps operators comfortable during long shifts
• All-welded steel chassis with stainless front for lasting durability in busy kitchens
• Ships Natural Gas with convertible 3/4″ NPT regulator & LP kit included—no extra parts to buy
• Four 4″ adjustable die-cast, nickel-plated legs for easy leveling on any counter

Built for demanding kitchens

• Even heat distribution eliminates cold spots—perfect for pancakes, burgers, fajitas & more
• 48″ × 20.5″ (8.2 sq ft) cook surface handles high-volume orders with ease
• Manual controls simplify training and reduce service calls—ideal for multi-shift operations
• Proudly manufactured in Smithville, TN and backed by Star’s two-year parts & labor warranty

Technical specifications

Specifications subject to change without notice. Install on non-combustible countertop with supplied legs or on a 27″+ stand.